Reported doping prevalence rates vary across studies, & using indirect estimation models involves complex methods & modeling assumptions. Authors discuss developments, challenges, & trends in the field for applying indirect estimation models to doping prevalence. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...

Don’t forget to submit your pre-application for a research grant or fellowship by August 1. Our pre-applications are now hosted on Altum and can be accessed through the link below.

We’re proud to contribute to the next generation of scientists who will continue to push the boundaries of anti-doping research. For more information, visit our website and be sure to submit your pre-application by August 1st. cleancompetition.org/programs/fel...

Estimating doping prevalence is complex, & scientists developed different models to overcome challenges. Authors reviewed studies using indirect estimation models to examine the prevalence of doping in competitive & recreational athletes in 1 or multiple sports. link.springer.com/article/10.1...

The Milan-Cortina Games saw 63% of athletes tested during competition. PCC Founding Members the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency and the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee are hard at work with organizations around the world to keep this momentum rolling into #LA28.

Researchers developed a rapid, sensitive, and reliable high-performance liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry method to detect 7 troponin activators in urine and serum. Their results suggest this approach could be useful for routine #antidoping analyses. www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

The PCC was pleased to provide funding to support this research examining how athletes & Doping Control Officers perceive remote sampling in anti-doping. Authors share actionable recommendations for anti-doping organizations to pilot new remote sampling protocols. www.frontiersin.org/journals/spo...

Athlete Support Personnel (ASP) can have major impacts on the behaviors athletes engage in & decisions they make. Research shows different ASP types influence different doping-related behaviors, suggesting a need for stronger role-specific anti-doping education. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...

He also shared how the organization collaborates with partners, brands, and other stakeholders to prevent and catch doping in athletics. Listen to the episode here: cleancompetition.org/anti-doping-... #antidoping #science #research #athletics #integrity #dopingdetection

Former PCC Fellow Dr. Sara Solheim is working to identify and address confounding factors in ABP analysis and interpretation. For more details on her research, listen to our interview with her in our recent podcast episode linked below. Listen here: bit.ly/4xO2G7Y

Our Fellowship and Research Grant pre-application deadline is quickly approaching. Submit your proposal by August 1 using the link below. PCC grant applications are now hosted on Altum. Visit our website for help accessing or creating your profile. proposalcentral.com

Authors examined the urinary & plasma excretion profiles of DEF & its metabolites after one oral administration. They identified the metabolite DES as the best marker for urinary detection. The results support WADA's MRL of 30 ng/mL & suggested 3-day washout period. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42155981/

Congratulations to Scientific Advisory Board member, Dr. Gary Green, on his induction into the Southern California Jewish Sports Hall of Fame! Dr. Green joins more than 300 other esteemed individuals who have created a positive impact on the sports landscape in Southern California.

Don’t forget to submit your pre-application by August 1 for our next round of funding. Applications are now hosted on Altum and can be accessed through the link below. Visit the Application Center on our website for help setting up or accessing your account. t.co/uKDJ2t6b2y

Researchers examined the metabolism of the synthetic steroid 6-CT to see how it impacts the endogenous steroid profile and carbon isotope ratio in urine. Studies like this enhance our ability to interpret the Athlete Biological Passport and detect doping. 🚫💊 🧪 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42161412/

Maarten shares how they collect and analyze data from athletes to estimate doping prevalence, as well as how they overcome obstacles such as biases in survey responses. Listen to the full episode here: t.co/kf3NNai8KG #antidoping #science #research #podcast #dopingprevalence #athletedata

Her project examined the effects of alternative routes of drug administration on metabolic profiles in doping controls. We wish her the best of luck in this exciting new chapter of her career and look forward to all that she will achieve!

Authors found the detectability of 2 testosterone esters was similar for dried blood spots (DBS), capillary serum tubes, or sodium fluoride (NaF) plasma tubes in cool conditions, but DBS and NaF plasma tubes were better for non-temperature controlled shipping. 🚫💊 🧪 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42219501/

Pre-applications are open now and can be accessed through the link below. For information on how to set up or access your account and tips for improving your application, please visit the application center on our website. Submit your pre-application here: proposalcentral.com/default.asp

BIG NEWS: For the first time since its inception in 2008, the Partnership for Clean Competition (PCC) welcomes a new member to the Board of Governors: the PGA TOUR! Read the full press release here: cleancompetition.org/2026/06/08/p...

In this PCC-funded project, scientists examined the acute effects of real-world training on 26 circulating steroids in blood. They reported rapid changes in key steroid biomarkers, including T:A ratio, that were related to training load and perceived exertion. link.springer.com/article/10.1...

His study proposed & established the feasibility of a novel approach to identify unknown androgenic anabolic steroids (AAS) through a combination of MS/MS prediction & molecular networking of simulated & experimental data. It shows promise for clustering/classifying AAS based on structural features.

Hormones can have powerful performance-enhancing effects via different mechanisms (e.g. steroids, EPO, and growth hormone). This book gives an overview of hormone doping in sport, types of hormones used to dope, analytical challenges, and gaps in the field. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK305...

Does doping behavior develop over time, starting w/ supplement use? While the associations were weak, authors' findings support the incremental model of doping behavior & suggest that athletes who are young, male & non-competitive may be particularly vulnerable. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...

A review of 44 studies on prohibited substances & adulterants in supplements found ~9-15% of tested products were contaminated w/ prohibited substances/unapproved drugs. This highlights the issue's scope, need for improved manufacturing/labeling & exposure risks. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...

Authors identified demographic & attitudinal factors closely linked to PED use & developed a new approach to estimate the prevalence of PED use that doesn't rely on self-report use surveys. Their prevalence estimate was > than with direct questioning methods. 🧪 pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...

Dr. Handelsman aims to examine if prohibiting anti-estrogen drugs is appropriate for female athletes. Current policies are backed by physiological reactions in males but lack the same basis for females. This could have implications for prohibited substances in women's sport.

Kara later went on to testify against her coach and share the trials and triumphs of her athletic career in her book, “The Longest Race”. Listen to the full episode here: bit.ly/4t9ID09

Authors developed a mass spec‐based qualitative screen that can rapidly detect banned substances in products. The approach, combined w/ tailored software‐driven analysis, has the potential to enhance clean sport as a complement to lab‐based confirmatory testing. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...

We’re thrilled to be featured in the May edition of the American Physiological Society’s magazine, The Physiologist Magazine. TPM spotlights the work of APS members and partners, including important topics such as women’s health, entrepreneurship in physiology, & exercise physiology. bit.ly/4uEdOSB